Thank you for your response. In my head I know this diet couldn't cause arthritis, but my doctor keeps me coming back for more blood tests, so I'm just a little upset since the only thing new is the diet. I'm sure it's all just bad timing. However, I have started adding more carbs in my diet thinking that will "cure" me. Silly I know (and I haven't lost any weight in weeks). But your response has at least helped me to see reason. Not to mention I could always drink more water.

Thanks again!